Michael Mashiri
Unicef Zimbabwe has launched a first-of-its-kind data repository platform for data and statistics on child focused indicators to enable the consolidation of various data sources into a single unified platform for easy access, analysis and reporting.
The platform is meant to strengthen evidence-based, and data-driven approach to programming, strategy formation and advocacy.
In a statement, Unicef representative, Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale said the repository was evidence of allegiance and great skill.
“This data repository is testament to the unwavering commitment, dedication, and expertise of our teams - from the Unicef Zimbabwe country office to our headquarters and our partner, ZimStat.
“This is the culmination of tireless efforts to harness the power of data to drive progress for children in Zimbabwe. By consolidating our data assets, streamlining our data management processes, and fostering collaborations, we are unlocking an immense reservoir of knowledge that will take our work to new heights,” he said.
The repository comprises three sections, a main landing page, data explorer page and a dashboard. These allow a seamless experience by extracting relevant detail that enable users to come up with individual experience.
The data repository also plays a crucial role in serving in different institutions, including government ministries, Unicef programme sections, Zimbabwe Statistical Agency, independent researchers, academia, NGOs and students.
ZimStat Director-General, Taguma Mahonde, said for the government to deal with issues of children, it was necessary to have an appreciation of current information.
“In order for Government and stakeholders to take appropriate action to address challenges facing children, there is need to understand and monitor the existing situation through use of relevant and timely data.
“Identification of emerging issues require timely and flexible production of indicators often in collaboration with strategic partners. ZimStat, in collaboration with partners, continues to deliver statistics for monitoring social and economic developments,” said Mahonde.
Being a user-friendly, comprehensive, and customisable platform, it will bring up a better incorporative approach to data-driven process of making decisions.
Going forward, Unicef and ZimStat will come up with a way of securing quality oversight and more recent data, including that from national surveys and verified, reliable administrative data from stakeholders.
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